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Food, Nutrition and Health

Abertay University

Content

Study Food, Nutrition and Health at one of Scotland's top universities for Nutrition and Food Science.

Develop an in-depth understanding of the relationship between food, diet and nutrition. You'll blend academic learning with hands-on practical skills in our state-of-the art labs as you explore the links between nutrition and public health.

With a work placement built in, a practical approach and impressive facilities, this degree is designed to help you develop your CV while you study. You'll graduate ready to start a career in the food and nutrition industry or go onto further study. The course is aligned with the General Teaching Council (GTC) requirements for the PG Diploma in Home Economics teaching.

Entry Requirements

2027 entry requirements

Standard entry: 4 Highers at BBBC plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

Widening access entry: 3 Highers at BBC plus English and Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

For entry to second year, you must have 3 Advanced Highers at BBB including Biology or Chemistry and Health and Food Technology.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BSc Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

BD46

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences

Department

Built Environment and Life Sciences

SCQF Level

10

Career Sectors

Biology

Chemistry and Materials Science

Food Science and Technology

Mathematics and Statistics

Physics

Science General